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A Guide to Researching Your Neighborhood History A Guide to Researching Your Neighborhood History Prepared by the Neighborhood Histories Committee of the Houston History Association Contributors Betty Trapp Chapman Jo Collier Dick Dickerson Diana DuCroz MJ Figard Marks Hinton Penny Jones Robert Marcom Carol McDavid Randy Pace Gail Rosenthal Debra Blacklock Sloan Courtney Spillane Pam Young © Houston History Association, 2009 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..................................................... ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. GETTING S TARTED ....................................................................................... 5 Why Do a Neighborhood History Project Now? ..................................................................5 Some Ideas for a Neighborhood History Project ..................................................................5 Who can do a Neighborhood History Project? .....................................................................5 How to Get Started..............................................................................................................5 Historical Resources............................................................................................................6 RESEARCH T OOLS AND TIPS FOR USING L OCAL RESOURCES ................................. 7 Introduction.........................................................................................................................7 Getting Started ....................................................................................................................7 Using Research Materials (Texas Room).............................................................................7 Gathering and Organizing Notes..........................................................................................9 Conclusion ..........................................................................................................................9 HOW TO RESEARCH THE HISTORY OF A BUILDING............................................. 10 Introduction.......................................................................................................................10 Deeds ................................................................................................................................10 Abstract of Title ................................................................................................................11 Probate Records ................................................................................................................11 Tax Records ......................................................................................................................15 City Directory ...................................................................................................................11 U.S. Census.......................................................................................................................13 Sanborn Fire Insurance Company Books ...........................................................................13 Architecture Reference Books ...........................................................................................14 Interview Neighbors..........................................................................................................15 Conclusion ........................................................................................................................16 ARCHAEOLOGY AND THE HISTORIC HOME ....................................................... 17 CITY OF HOUSTON HISTORIC L ANDMARK AND HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS.. 18 Why Designate? ................................................................................................................19 Designation Criteria ..........................................................................................................19 How To Apply ..................................................................................................................20 Steps to Approval..............................................................................................................20 HISTORICAL MARKERS ................................................................................ 21 Texas Historical Marker Programs in Harris County..........................................................21 Harris County Historical Commission ...............................................................................22 TEXAS HISTORICAL C OMMISSION .................................................................. 23 What are the designations offered by the Texas Historical Commission?...........................23 What regulations apply to historical designations?.............................................................23 THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC P LACES ............................................... 25 Benefits of listing a property in the National Register........................................................25 Criteria for listing in the National Register ........................................................................26 How is a property listed in the National Register of Historic Places? .................................26 How Long Does the Nomination Process Take? ................................................................26 GENEALOGY ............................................................................................. 28 CEMETERIES – P RESERVATION, DOCUMENTATION & MAINTENANCE .................... 30 NEIGHBORHOOD ORAL HISTORY ................................................................... 32 2 Tips for Oral History Interviews........................................................................................35 INVOLVING YOUTH IN THE PROJECT............................................................... 37 Recruiting Youth for the Project........................................................................................37 Collaborating with Youth Organizations and Schools........................................................37 Suggested Roles for Youth in a Neighborhood History Project..........................................37 Conclusion ........................................................................................................................38 ARCHIVING AND P RESERVING DOCUMENTS, PHOTOS, AND HISTORIC ARTIFACTS .... 39 APPENDIX-SOURCES LISTED BY L OCATION .................................................. 41 3 A Guide to Researching Your Neighborhood History Introduction In 2005, Mayor Bill White formed a task force to educate Houstonians about the city's history. The Houston History Association, a 501 (c)(3) organization, grew from that task force's efforts to ensure that all Houstonians are conversant with their common past. It is the mission of the Houston History Association to promote Houston area history through education, and to serve as a resource for existing historical and civic organizations, educational institutions, and archival groups. We are dedicated to documenting neighborhood histories and inspiring all citizens of greater Houston to learn more about their diverse culture and legacy. To that end, the members of the HHA Neighborhoods Committee have written A Guide to Researching Your Neighborhood History, a step-by-step manual for neighborhoods who wish to research and learn about their past, and to conserve the knowledge of that past for future generations. Inside is information on local historical resources; practical tips on using various research materials; ideas for neighborhood projects; guidelines for preserving historic materials; and instructions for designating historic properties. We believe that Houstonians who are conversant with their history and especially with the role their own neighborhoods have played in that history will understand how vital it is that we protect the various aspects of our shared past. 4 GETTING S TARTED Why Do a Neighborhood History Project Now? • To keep alive the neighborhood's distinctive character. • To develop greater neighborhood awareness, pride and concern for neighborhood preservation. • To communicate to the young and to newly arrived residents a sense of the community's history and unique character, thus strengthening their ties to the neighborhood. • To bring together people in the community, particularly across generational and cultural/ethnic lines, who might not otherwise get together. • To capture the stories and memories of older residents, providing them with a lasting way to contribute to the future of the community. • To determine if places in the neighborhood, or the neighborhood itself, are worthy of historical designation or site historical markers. Some Ideas for a Neighborhood History Project • Brochure/booklet or other publication • 'Walking/driving' tour of local landmarks, architecture, notable residents, and/or events • Oral histories of former and current residents • Neighborhood history webpage Some local examples: o Independence Heights: http://indepheights.rice.edu/index.htm o Third Ward: http://eyeonthirdward.mfah.org/reflections.asp o Memorial Bend: www.memorialbendarchitecture.com • Neighborhood history newsletter • Videos/documentaries • School curricula • Displays/exhibits – historic photos, slideshow, art work, scrapbooks, etc. • Neighborhood archive • Community art projects – i.e., Fifth Ward mural at Crawford Elementary • Graphics, such as calendars and Christmas cards • Genealogy workshop • Neighborhood History 'Fest' – invite the community, set up a scanner for old photographs, set
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